Complex Litigation Associate Attorney - Senior
About the Role
Ashurst Perkins Coie US LLP is a leading international law firm and has been listed on Fortune's Best Places to Work for 24 consecutive years. We have created a dynamic firm culture that is based on collaboration, dedication to serving our clients, and mutual respect. We are regularly recognized for a workplace culture in which all employees have the opportunity to grow and reach their full potential.
Opportunity
We are seeking a senior-level associate (7-9 years of experience) to join our Chambers-ranked product liability team, defending clients in high-stakes, complex litigation matters of national and international significance, with an emphasis on the aviation and transportation industry sectors. This posting is open to all US offices.
Qualifications
- Excellent writing skills, demonstrated by experience gained through a clerkship, law review, moot court, or publication
- Experience managing cases and teams through all stages of litigation, including pre-trial discovery, motions practice, experts, and trial
- Ability to manage complex cases with minimal oversight
- Superior academic credentials and references
- Willingness to commit to excellent client service and a client-centered practice
- Comfort with analyzing complex legal issues, for example, jurisdictional, choice-of-law, and admiralty law issues
- Clerkship experience, especially at the appellate level, is strongly preferred
About the Team
Our team works on some of the largest, most challenging matters for blue-chip companies worldwide. We are a tight-knit team that is committed to excellent client service, critical thinking, collegiality, and mentorship. Candidates with a strong interest in the field of aviation, and/or technical background in aerospace or mechanical engineering, computer science, or life sciences are especially encouraged to apply.
Pay
Annual Compensation: $420,000
Benefits
- Annual discretionary bonus
- 401(k) plan
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Personal medical and parental leave
- Up to ten paid Holidays
- Family care benefits